A Fianna Fail TD is calling on the Government to reduce excise duty to tackle rising fuel costs for taxi drivers. John Lahart is backing calls from the National Taxi Forum for the government to intervene to help them. He says taxi drivers are seeking a hike in 1 euro per trip to help …
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The Vice President of the GRA has described working without a patrol car for five months as ‘difficult’. Gardaí in the Dunfanaghy/Creeslough area have been without a vehicle since last year, after the car they had was taken off the road as it had reached end-of-life. Chief Superintendent Terry McGinn has stated that while it’s …
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Safety concerns have been raised over an estate in North Inishowen. The recent storms have caused considerable erosion and damage to fencing at Donagh Park in Carndonagh. Donagh River flows alongside the estate and is now said to be more accessible as a result of the damage. Cllr Albert Doherty says a lot of …
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The Housing Minister has made a final call for people to share their experiences of defects in apartments and duplexes in Donegal. Homeowners, landlords, directors of Owners’ Management Companies and Property Management Agents throughout Donegal are being encouraged to take part in the survey. The survey relates to housing defects on fire safety, structural …
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Listen back to the main evening news, sport, nuacht and obituaries for Friday March 4th:
Donegal County Council has advised of upcoming road closures. Rosemount Lane in Letterkenny from the junction of Main Street, Letterkenny to the Junction of Rosemount Terrace will be closed to traffic from 8am Monday March 7th to 6pm Friday March 11th. Traffic approaching from Upper Main Street will be diverted via Lower Main Street and …
Visiting at Letterkenny University Hospital has been restricted due to an outbreak of Covid-19 at the facility. It’s currently limited to compassionate grounds only and these visits should be arranged in advance with the nurse manager on the ward. Patients have been advised of the situation and will be kept updated on any changes. …
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Ireland’s economy, grew by 13.5 per cent last year, driven by a strong upturn in multinational dominated sectors. Figures from the CSO show that personal spending on goods and services increased by 5.7 per cent in the year. The quarterly national accounts showed the impact of the pandemic varied across the economy in 2021. …
8,337 new cases of Covid 19 have been confirmed today. There are 4,033 PCR-confirmed cases, and 4,304 people registered a positive antigen test through the HSE portal. There’s been another increase in the number of people in hospital, which is up by 9 to 670. 43 are in ICU, which is a decrease of …
The Police Ombudsman is due to publish a report into the murder of republican informer Denis Donaldson next week, the Irish News reports. The former republican prisoner and senior Sinn Féin official was shot dead at a remote cottage in the outskirts of Glenties in April 2006. Nobody has ever been charged with Mr …
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Detectives are investigating the theft of a vehicle in Strabane – the second theft this week in the District. A purple BMW M4, registration number R50 0LAN, was reported stolen from Mourne Manor in the town shortly before 9am today (4th March), however, detectives believe it was taken several hours earlier, at around 3am. Police …
Fáilte Ireland has unveiled ten new and updated viewing points along Mulroy Drive, a looped route off the Wild Atlantic Way designed to encourage visitors to explore more and stay longer in the Mulroy Bay area in Donegal. Developed with an investment of €160,000 from Fáilte Ireland, the new and updated viewing points will …
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A Donegal Deputy has described yesterday’s rates produced by the SCSI as a good start for Mica homeowners. The report proposes higher rates for building costs than were previously estimated. Deputy Joe McHugh was speaking to John Breslin this afternoon at the official launch of the new Mulroy Drive initiative. Deputy McHugh says the …
The Taoiseach says Ministers have been tasked with coming up with a plan to counter the rapidly rising cost of fuel. Prices at forecourts have topped 2 euro a litre in some parts of the country as the impact of the war in Ukraine begins to be felt. At a meeting of senior Ministers …
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There are hopes of renewed momentum on the Malin Head Visitor Management Plan. The plan which has been in the pipeline for a number of years now includes proposals for walking routes, parking and other facilities. A meeting is getting underway over the next few weeks in a bid to move the plan forward. …
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After a long Covid19 forced hiatus, the Northern Ireland Judo Open returns to the Walled City on the 9th and 10th of April, and the team cannot wait to welcome competitors from the UK, Europe and beyond! Four mats will be in action in the Foyle Arena, with competitors ranging from teenagers through to …
The Covid-19 booster vaccine is available for 12 to 15 year olds from tomorrow. Online booking is now open, and walk in clinics are also available. They’ll need to be sure it’s been six months since their last vaccine dose or since having Covid-19, and a parent or guardian must attend the appointment with the …
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West Donegal is set to benefit from the latest round of funding from the Town and Village Renewal Scheme. €50,000 has been sanctioned for Dunlewey to allow the development of a design to tender stage of the project to develop a pavillion building. The project when it comes to fruition will be a multi-use space …
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Údarás na Gaeltachta is to assess future requirements of the food sector in Gaeltacht regions. A review of the food sector in the Gaeltacht is to be undertaken with a view towards preparing a development plan based on the future requirements of the sector. Údarás na Gaeltachta has launched an expression of interest process for …
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Work has begun on the construction of a long-awaited Greenway in Derry. The Strathfoyle Greenway will run from the end of the Waterside Greenway at Foyle Bridge to Stradowen Drive in Strathfoyle, a distance of 2.7km. It will be set within a green corridor of meadows, hedges and woodlands, and will have spectacular views of …
The Cathaoirleach of the Letterkenny Milford Municipal District has visited Islington as part of an event to recognise the contribution of the Irish community to the borough. Councillor Jimmy Kavanagh travelled with Councillor Ciaran Brogan on the back of an invite from Ireland’s Ambassador to the UK as part of Irish month which is being …
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Serious concern has been raised over a lack of charging points for electric vehicles across Inishowen. It’s thought there are only a handful of such charging points currently in place across the entire peninsula. It has led to fears that the lack of infrastructure could deter tourists from choosing to visit the area. Cllr Johnny …
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The Government has no plans to include island ferries and air services under an upcoming reduction in public transport fares. A 20% reduction in fare prices on transport services is set to come into effect by early May as part of a new scheme to help with the rising cost of living. Last night, the …
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The Crieve Road, Oldtown, Letterkenny will be closed for a period today to facilitate the removal of overhead electrical lines. The road will be closed from 9am – 5pm.
Donegal County Council is being urged to review its policy as it relates to tenants buying out their Council homes. It’s understood that a blanket ban on purchasing homes is currently in place until such time as the Council concludes assessments for the presence of Mica. However Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council Cllr Jack Murray …
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A Donegal based Senator has made history as the first traveller to address the Dail. Senator Eileen Flynn was speaking as part of statements on the report of the Special Oireachtas Committee on key issues affecting the traveller community. She told the Dail that the travelling community must be afforded every opportunity going forward. The …
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Minister for Foreign Affairs will attend an extraordinary meeting of the Foreign Affairs Council in Brussels today. The meeting will focus on the EU’s cooperation with its partners in responding to Russia’s ongoing aggression against Ukraine. Its expected EU Ministers will have an in-depth discussion on the situation and the coordination of next steps with …
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There’s a warning inflation could double what was expected here by the end of the year. The ESRI had predicted an inflation rate of between 4% and 6 % in 2022. However spiralling fuel prices caused by the war in Ukraine have prompted fears the pressure around energy supplies may continue for a lot longer …
Listen back to the main evening news, sport, farming and obituaries for Thursday March 3rd:
8,788 new Covid19 cases have been confirmed today. There are 4,042 PCR-confirmed cases, while 4,746 people registered a positive antigen test through the HSE portal. 661 patients are in hospital, which is an increase of 8 on yesterday. 46 are in ICU, which is unchanged.
Census 2022 will take place on Sunday, April 3rd. This year’s form will have 8 new questions on issues such as renewable resources, internet access, childcare and smoking. This year’s edition will also feature a voluntary time capsule, which will allow households to leave a message to be released in 100 years. Director General of …
There are calls for a reduction in taxes on fuel after petrol prices hit a new high yesterday. Premium unleaded petrol reached 2 euro per litre in a service station in Dublin. AA Ireland says oil stocks are at their lowest in seven years, as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine intensifies. David Horgan, Managing Director …
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The Housing Minister has also welcomed the publication of the report and has confirmed that it will now be analysed by the Expert Working Group. Minister Darragh O’Brien says today is an important step forward in getting an enhanced scheme up and running. He has confirmed that he intends to bring the final details of …
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The SCSI has published its much anticipated ‘Construction Costs for the Defective Concrete Blocks Grant Scheme’ report. Based on 2022 material and labour rates, the SCSI has set out an average rebuild cost of €157 – €165 per square foot for an estate type house and €145 – €167 for one-off houses. The enhanced redress …
Concern has been expressed over what’s been described as a lack of regional balance in job creation statistics for Northern Ireland. The data shows that only 103 jobs had been created in West Tyrone in the 15 months up to March 2021. West Tyrone MLA Daniel McCrossan believes the figures demonstrate a high level of …
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A Donegal Labour Councillor believes Alan Kelly never got the chance to demonstrate his leadership skills. Alan Kelly resigned as Labour leader last night after accepting that his parliamentary party no longer had confidence in him. Earlier, he denied members of his parliamentary party were working against him from the start of his time as …
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Both the HSE and Donegal County Council are being urged to be proactive as it relates to buildings in Buncrana which are set to become vacant as a result of the new Primary Care Centre. A number of buildings across the town are currently being used as clinics and surgeries but will be vacated when …
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Investigations are ongoing after a pedestrian was seriously injured in a crash in Raphoe yesterday afternoon. At around 2:30pm yesterday at Guesthouse End Street a car collided with a second vehicle which Gardai say struck a pedestrian. The woman in her 50s was removed from the scene to Letterkenny University Hospital in a serious condition. …
The SCSI is to present the findings of its ‘Construction Costs for the Defective Concrete Blocks Grant Scheme’ report today. Last month, the body was instructed to produce an independent, standalone construction cost report for the demolition and rebuilding of homes affected by defective concrete blocks. The report provides costing for eight house types in …
A review of medication practices in every CAMHS team in the country is getting underway today. It was ordered after the scandal in the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service in south Kerry. A review found 46 children were significantly harmed, after they were prescribed inappropriate medication by a junior doctor. Kerry TD Michael Healy-Rae …
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The commercial vaccancy rate in Donegal has increased. The number of vacant commercial properties in Donegal has increased to 16.9% in the last quarter of 2021, above the national average of 13.9%. According to figures published today by GeoDirectory, Ballybofey has the highest commercial vacancy rate in the country at 30% while Buncrana had the …
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A mural was last night unveiled in Letterkenny in a show of solidarity with the people of Ukraine. The mural was painted by street artist Ciarán Dunlevy and is on display in the Port Road. The unveiling coincided with a vigil.
Ukrainian officials believe Russian rocket strikes are cutting off heating and water supplies in several major cities, as troops close in on the capital. It’s currently freezing in Kyiv, and many of those who’ve chosen to stay are sheltering underground with missiles devastating buildings. A week since Russia’s invasion began, it appears to have taken …
Further questions are being asked over the level of communication as it relates to Storm Franklin and Mica homeowners. It’s understood that Cllrs were well briefed as it relates to storm Dudley and Eunice however, it’s thought more could have been done in terms of prior warnings for Franklin. There was structural damage to a …
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Ireland has again been criticised for failing to provide Traveller accommodation. The Council of Europe said that less than one fifth of last year’s budget allocation had been spent mid-way through 2021, while over half of all local authorities hadn’t drawn down any funding at all for Traveller housing. However the Irish Examiner reports the …
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Full planning approval has been granted for 70 new social homes in Strabane. The project will include 60 new houses and 10 apartments on the former Lady of Mercy High School site between Evish Road and Mount Carmel Heights in the town. The application for the housing scheme was made by local company McGettigan Homes, …
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It’s been confirmed today that Dr. Orla Flynn will be the first president of the new Atlantic Technological University, which will be established on 1 April. Dr Flynn is the current president of Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology. Her appointment was confirmed this afternoon by Minister Simon Harris. Dr Brendan McCormack (IT Sligo), Dr Orla Flynn …
7,694 new cases of Covid 19 have been reported this afternoon. Of those, 3,342 were confirmed through PCR tests, while 4,352 people registered positive antigen tests through the HSE portal yesterday. As of 8 0’clock this morning, 653 Covid 19 patients were in hospital, 46 of them in Intensive Care. Latest figures for Letterkenny University …
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The Government is willing to disregard people in rural areas and those without access to broadband in the pursuit of privatisation. That’s according to Donegal Deputy Thomas Pringle who was speaking today on a Private Members’ motion on the National Driver Licence Service. The Dail has heard calls for such services to remain available …
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